Discover Eastern Europe by train on a journey that meanders from Poland to the Czech Republic, taking in elegant cities and stunning scenery en route.

• UK/Warsaw - 1
  

  Your journey through Eastern Europe begins with a two night half board stay in Warsaw

• Warsaw - 2
  

  Join your Tour Guide on a tour of the Polish capital, an historic city with a modern outlook. You’ll enjoy a walk along the Royal Route, linking many of Warsaw’s fine palaces, followed by some free time. Perhaps explore the exceptional Old Town, home to the Royal Palace as well as a myriad of tempting cafés and restaurants.

  This evening, enjoy Chopin’s piano concert and a glass of sparkling wine at one of the palaces at Royal Baths Park, followed by dinner in a local restaurant.

• Krakow - 3
  

  You’ll have a little free time for some further sightseeing before stepping aboard the train and travelling first class through the beautiful Mazovian region to Krakow. The former capital will be your home for the next three nights; dinner is included this evening.

• Krakow - 4
  

  A walking tour of Krakow’s old town, in the company of a Specialist Guide, will show you many of the highlights. Marvel at the magnificent Wawel Royal Castle, the celebrated Cloth Hall, beautiful Kanonicze Street and the grand Market Square. You’ll then be free to explore at leisure, or to experience a different side of Poland, join an optional tour to the acclaimed Wieliczka Salt Mine. Fittingly placed on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, the cavernous walls have been intricately carved into monuments and pictures. Alternatively, take the opportunity to visit the poignant remains at Auschwitz.

• Zakopane - 5
  

  Enjoy a full day tour to Zakopane, dubbed the ‘Winter Capital of Poland’. One of Poland’s best loved mountain resorts, it sits high in the spectacular Tatra Mountains. Over the years it has grown from a tiny village into a popular holiday centre, yet has retained its strong local traditions and folklore customs.

• Prague - 6
  

  From Krakow, it’s just a 40 minute drive to Katowice, where you board the train for the journey through fascinating countryside to Prague, where you will stay for the next two nights. If you’ve prebooked your evening at the opera, then you’ll be transferred to and from the opera house. See box for more details

• Prague - 7
  

  You’ll really get to know Prague’s old town on a morning walking tour in the company of an official guide. Not be missed are the Old Town Square with its famous Astronomical Clock, busy Wenceslas Square and the historic Charles Bridge, spanning the River Vltava.

  During the afternoon, choose to let your Tour Guide introduce you to Prague’s Hradcany Quarter and visit the city’s impressive hilltop castle. It’s an area that has retained churches, chapels, halls and towers from every period of the Prague’s rich history. The imposing facade gives way to cobbled courtyards and the Gothic splendour of St. Vitus’ Cathedral.

• Vienna - 8
  

  Step aboard another train today for the exciting journey into Austria and Vienna, where two nights’ accommodation has been arranged.

• Vienna - 9
  

  A morning sightseeing tour will introduce you to Vienna, a stylish city of music boasting a wealth of acclaimed sights. Perhaps seek out St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its imposing spire, the impressive Hofburg Palace or the ornate Opera House. Your afternoon is your own, or to discover a little of Vienna’s impressive history why not join your Tour Guide on a visit to beautiful Schönbrun Palace, famous as the site where a six-year-old Mozart performed.

  For an added treat, join your Tour Guide once again during the evening to see the city at night – one Viennese treat you just can’t miss. Travel to the top of the Danube Tower for some amazing views over the city before enjoying dinner. End your evening in style with a ride on the famous giant Ferris wheel in Prater Park.

• Budapest - 10
  

  Board the train for the final part of your rail journey to Budapest this morning. After a little time to relax in your hotel, join your Tour Guide for a gentle dinner cruise along the Danube, looking out for many of Budapest’s great riverfront buildings as they glide past. This is a magical way to see the city from an alternative perspective.

• Budapest - 11
  

  A morning city tour will show you the best of this distinguished city, divided by the River Danube, including St. Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion in the Castle District. Across the river, you’ll visit the grand Heroes’ Square, simply the greatest square in the city

• Budapest/UK - 12
  

  Your grand rail journey of Eastern Europe comes to an end today as you return to the UK.

Accommodation

Warsaw - Hotel Novotel (4-star) 2 nights

Novotel Warsaw Centrum Hotel is located close to the city centre and many attractions. Facilities at the hotel include a lounge, restaurant, bar and Fitness Centre. All rooms include satellite TV, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities.

The Novotel Kraków Centrum is located in the centre of Kraków, opposite the Wawel Castle, just a few minutes’ walk from the Old Town. The hotel offers a restaurant serving Polish and international specialties, swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. All rooms feature satellite TV, a safety deposit box, mini bar and hairdryer.

The Hotel Diplomat is located in the centre of Prague, close to the castle. Hotel amenities include two restaurants, a café. All rooms are comfortably equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar and hairdryer.

The Hotel Diplomat is located in the centre of Prague, close to the castle. Hotel amenities include two restaurants, a café. All rooms are comfortably equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar and hairdryer.

The Hotel Renaissance is located within walking distance of the Schönbrunn Palace. All guest rooms feature air-conditioning and a mini bar. Enjoy dining in one of the restaurants, sip a cocktail at the Fontana Bar or relax by the roof-top pool offering magnificient views over the city.

The Ramada hotel is centrally located and features 2 restaurants, a bar, sauna and gym. All guest rooms are air-conditioned, have safety deposit boxes, TV and a hairdryer.

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